Using the self-cleaning oven.Troubleshooting TipsInstallation InstructionsCustomer ServiceOperating InstructionsSafety InformationNever force the latch handle. Forcing the handle will damage the doorlock mechanism.Wipe up heavy soil on the ovenbottom.29Before a Clean CycleThe range must be completely cool in order to set theself-clean cycle.We recommend venting with an open window or using aventilation fan or hood during the first self-clean cycle.Remove all cookware and any aluminum foil fromthe oven.The oven shelves can be self-cleaned, but they willdarken, lose their luster and become hard to slide.Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners. Clean the top,sides and outside of the oven door with soap and water.The enamel grid and broiler pan may be cleaned in theself-cleaning oven. However, to help prevent heavysmoke caused by self-cleaning the greasy soil in the pan,you must first clean off the excess grease.Make sure the oven light bulb cover is in place and theoven light is off.